Whether you are a leader of a business, team, hospital, sports team, classroom, church or home, I hope you'll be encouraged to be a better leader.

1. People follow the leader first and the leader's vision second - It doesn't matter if the leader shares a powerful vision, if the leader is not someone who people will follow the vision will never be realized. As a leader, who you are makes a difference. The most important message you can share is yourself.

2. Trust is the force that connects people to the leader and his/her vision - Without trust there is a huge gap between the leader and the vision. Without trust people will stay off the bus. However if people trust the leader they will hop on the bus with the leader and help move the bus forward towards the vision.

3. Leadership is not just about what you do but what you can inspire, encourage and empower others to do.

4. A leader brings out the best within others by sharing the best within themselves.

5. Just because you're driving the bus doesn't mean you have the right to run people over - Abraham Lincoln said "Most anyone can stand adversity, but to test a man's character give him power." The more power you are granted the more it is your responsibility to serve, develop and empower others. When you help them grow they'll help you grow.

6. “Rules without Relationship Leads to Rebellion” - Andy Stanley said this and it's one of my favorite quotes. As a leader you can have all the rules you want but if you don’t invest in your people and develop a relationship with them they will rebel. This applies amazingly to children as well. It's all about relationships.

7. Lead with optimism, enthusiasm and positive energy, guard against pessimism and weed out negativity.

8. Great Leaders know they don't have all the answers - Rather they build a team of people who either know the answers or will find them.

9. Leaders inspire and teach their people to focus on solutions, not complaints. (The No Complaining Rule)

10. Great leaders know that success is a process not a destination - One of my heroesJohn Wooden, the legendary UCLA basketball coach, never focused on winning. He knew that winning was the by product of great leadership, teamwork, focus, commitment and execution of the fundamentals. As a leader focus on your people and process, not the outcome.

]]>A Positive Moment is a short mid-week message from Jon Gordon as part of the Positive University Podcast.

In this message Jon shares 10 Thoughts About Leadership:

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Whether you are a leader of a business, team, hospital, sports team, classroom, church or home, I hope you'll be encouraged to be a better leader.

1. People follow the leader first and the leader's vision second - It doesn't matter if the leader shares a powerful vision, if the leader is not someone who people will follow the vision will never be realized. As a leader, who you are makes a difference. The most important message you can share is yourself.

2. Trust is the force that connects people to the leader and his/her vision - Without trust there is a huge gap between the leader and the vision. Without trust people will stay off the bus. However if people trust the leader they will hop on the bus with the leader and help move the bus forward towards the vision.

3. Leadership is not just about what you do but what you can inspire, encourage and empower others to do.

4. A leader brings out the best within others by sharing the best within themselves.

5. Just because you're driving the bus doesn't mean you have the right to run people over - Abraham Lincoln said "Most anyone can stand adversity, but to test a man's character give him power." The more power you are granted the more it is your responsibility to serve, develop and empower others. When you help them grow they'll help you grow.

6. “Rules without Relationship Leads to Rebellion” - Andy Stanley said this and it's one of my favorite quotes. As a leader you can have all the rules you want but if you don’t invest in your people and develop a relationship with them they will rebel. This applies amazingly to children as well. It's all about relationships.

7. Lead with optimism, enthusiasm and positive energy, guard against pessimism and weed out negativity.

8. Great Leaders know they don't have all the answers - Rather they build a team of people who either know the answers or will find them.

9. Leaders inspire and teach their people to focus on solutions, not complaints. (The No Complaining Rule)

10. Great leaders know that success is a process not a destination - One of my heroesJohn Wooden, the legendary UCLA basketball coach, never focused on winning. He knew that winning was the by product of great leadership, teamwork, focus, commitment and execution of the fundamentals. As a leader focus on your people and process, not the outcome.

]]>02:40cleanfullJoel Marion | Broke at 25 to $100 Million at 30 - From Success to SignificanceSun, 17 Mar 2019 02:32:19 +0000In this episode of the Positive University Podcast, Jon Gordon talks with Joel Marion. Joel’s story is compelling. He went from broke at age 25 to $100 Million by age 30. Now, he’s leveraging his success for significance and sharing the lessons he’s learned along the way.

A few highlights from this interview:

How Joel went from 25 and struggling to making it BIG.

How what seemed like a major failure in Joel’s career actually become a significant opportunity.

The importance of adding value to others and building relationships.

How Joel handled constant rejection to learn, grow, get better and overcome.

Why it’s important to not just think about what’s best in the moment but to think about what’s best to get you to where you want to be in the future.

Why you must commit and be willing if you want to achieve your dreams.

Learn more about Joel by listening to his BORN TO IMPACT podcast. You can sign up for his inspirational emails at TransformationInsider.com

How what seemed like a major failure in Joel’s career actually become a significant opportunity.

The importance of adding value to others and building relationships.

How Joel handled constant rejection to learn, grow, get better and overcome.

Why it’s important to not just think about what’s best in the moment but to think about what’s best to get you to where you want to be in the future.

Why you must commit and be willing if you want to achieve your dreams.

Learn more about Joel by listening to his BORN TO IMPACT podcast. You can sign up for his inspirational emails at TransformationInsider.com About Joel Marion: Joel Marion is a man of faith, husband, father, entrepreneur, 5-time best-selling author, and fitness personality. Joel has appeared on NBC, ABC, and CBS, SIRIUS satellite radio, and has been featured in world renown publications including Men's Fitness, Entrepreneur Magazine, Inc. Magazine, Forbes, Woman's Day, Maximum Fitness, Oxygen, Clean Eating, MuscleMag International, and Muscle & Fitness Hers. ]]>48:02cleanfullA Positive Moment: Become Positively Contagious Today! Sun, 10 Mar 2019 11:56:19 +0000Every day we have a choice. We can broadcast positive energy (love, joy, hope) or negative energy (fear, resentment, anger). Become positively contagious today!

Listen to this special Positive University Positive Moment, a short encouraging message from Jon Gordon.

]]>Every day we have a choice. We can broadcast positive energy (love, joy, hope) or negative energy (fear, resentment, anger). Become positively contagious today!

Listen to this special Positive University Positive Moment, a short encouraging message from Jon Gordon.

]]>01:08cleanfull3 Ways to Lead Positive and Drive Positive Results | Webinar ReplaySun, 03 Mar 2019 12:33:41 +0000This is a special release of a Power of Positive Leadership webinar with Jon Gordon and his Head of Training, Julie Nee where they share 3 Ways to Lead Positive and Drive Positive Results.

]]>01:00:10cleanfullAaron Hinde | Co-Founder & President of LIFEAIDSun, 24 Feb 2019 12:58:23 +0000Interview with Aaron Hinde Co-Founder & President of LIFEAID Beverage Company ♦ Clean Nutrition for Your Active Life]]>Interview with Aaron Hinde Co-Founder & President of LIFEAID Beverage Company ♦ Clean Nutrition for Your Active Life]]>45:30cleanfullDana Cavalea | Habits of a ChampionSun, 10 Feb 2019 15:30:34 +0000Dana Cavalea spent 12 years with the New York Yankees Organization, many of those years as the Director of Strength and Conditioning & Performance Enhancement winning a World Series in 2009.

Currently he is a high performance speaker and consultant to Pro Athletes, Entrepreneurs, Business Executives, Workforces and Universities on lifestyle strategies to reduce stress, improve work/life balance, and most importantly improve daily performance/outcomes. All of this is known as Performance Enhancement.

www.danacavalea.com

]]>Dana Cavalea spent 12 years with the New York Yankees Organization, many of those years as the Director of Strength and Conditioning & Performance Enhancement winning a World Series in 2009.

Currently he is a high performance speaker and consultant to Pro Athletes, Entrepreneurs, Business Executives, Workforces and Universities on lifestyle strategies to reduce stress, improve work/life balance, and most importantly improve daily performance/outcomes. All of this is known as Performance Enhancement.

www.danacavalea.com

]]>23:52cleanfullJim Mecir | Overcoming Obstacles To Realize a DreamSun, 03 Feb 2019 12:25:36 +0000What is it like to grow up a Yankee fan and dream of playing in the major leagues to making your rookie debut as a pitcher against the New York Yankees and face your idol Don Mattingly? Jim Mecir knows what it’s like because it happened to him. What makes the story even more special is the fact that Jim was born with a peg leg and had to overcome many obstacles and beat the odds to realize his dream.

In this episode of the Positive U Podcast, Jon Gordon talks with Jim Mecir, Former MLB Pitcher, Speaker, Coach.

]]>What is it like to grow up a Yankee fan and dream of playing in the major leagues to making your rookie debut as a pitcher against the New York Yankees and face your idol Don Mattingly? Jim Mecir knows what it’s like because it happened to him. What makes the story even more special is the fact that Jim was born with a peg leg and had to overcome many obstacles and beat the odds to realize his dream.

In this episode of the Positive U Podcast, Jon Gordon talks with Jim Mecir, Former MLB Pitcher, Speaker, Coach.

]]>29:34cleanfullBrandon Steiner | Winning Strategies to Make You More Productive Every DaySun, 27 Jan 2019 12:00:03 +0000In this episode of the Positive U Podcast, Jon Gordon talks with Brandon Steiner.

Brandon teaches winning strategies to make you more productive every single day. He is an Inspirational speaker, author of " You Gotta Have Balls: How a Kid from Brooklyn Started From Scratch, Bought Yankee Stadium, and Created a Sports Empire" and CEO of Steiner Sports, the leading producer of authentic hand-signed collectibles and sports experiences. Brandon also host's the Unplugged Podcast. Learn more at www.brandonsteiner.com

]]>In this episode of the Positive U Podcast, Jon Gordon talks with Brandon Steiner. Brandon teaches winning strategies to make you more productive every single day. He is an Inspirational speaker, author of " You Gotta Have Balls: How a Kid from Brooklyn Started From Scratch, Bought Yankee Stadium, and Created a Sports Empire" and CEO of Steiner Sports, the leading producer of authentic hand-signed collectibles and sports experiences. Brandon also host's the Unplugged Podcast. Learn more at www.brandonsteiner.com]]>40:08cleanfullJason Romano | Pursuing Purpose & Moving Forward When Others Hurt YouSun, 20 Jan 2019 12:01:59 +0000In this episode of the Positive U Podcast, Jon Gordon talks with Jason Romano about pursuing purpose, forgiveness and how to move forward when others hurt you.

Jason Romano is a speaker, author, media consultant and host of the Sports Spectrum Podcast with over 20 years of professional broadcasting experience on the regional and network level.

For 17 years, Jason was an Emmy-Award winning Producer and Senior Manager at ESPN. He has created and produced content for shows such as SportsCenter, Monday Night Football, Mike and Mike in the Morning, Sunday NFL Countdown, College Gameday, MLB’s All Star Game and many more.

]]>In this episode of the Positive U Podcast, Jon Gordon talks with Jason Romano about pursuing purpose, forgiveness and how to move forward when others hurt you.

Jason Romano is a speaker, author, media consultant and host of the Sports Spectrum Podcast with over 20 years of professional broadcasting experience on the regional and network level.

For 17 years, Jason was an Emmy-Award winning Producer and Senior Manager at ESPN. He has created and produced content for shows such as SportsCenter, Monday Night Football, Mike and Mike in the Morning, Sunday NFL Countdown, College Gameday, MLB’s All Star Game and many more.

]]>40:55cleanfullYogi Roth | Becoming the Best at What You Do and Who You AreSun, 13 Jan 2019 13:27:51 +0000Yogi Roth is a storyteller: seeking and uncovering the humanity in sports around the globe. He’s a Pac-12 Networks college football analyst, Award-Winning Filmmaker, Best-Selling Author, accomplished Coach, Motivational Speaker, Media Personality, World-Traveler and Host of the Yogi Roth Show Podcast. Learn more atYogiRoth.com

The Power of Purposeful Reps (The more you do it, the better you get.)

Lessons Yogi Learned Working for Pete Carroll.

Story and Why It Matters

Thriving Under Pressure

And More

]]>Yogi Roth is a storyteller: seeking and uncovering the humanity in sports around the globe. He’s a Pac-12 Networks college football analyst, Award-Winning Filmmaker, Best-Selling Author, accomplished Coach, Motivational Speaker, Media Personality, World-Traveler and Host of the Yogi Roth Show Podcast. Learn more at YogiRoth.com

The Power of Purposeful Reps (The more you do it, the better you get.)

Lessons Yogi Learned Working for Pete Carroll.

Story and Why It Matters

Thriving Under Pressure

And More

]]>34:33cleanfullAnthony Rizzo | Chicago Cubs World ChampionSun, 06 Jan 2019 12:38:55 +0000In this episode of Positive U Jon Gordon talks with Anthony Rizzo about what drives his success (on and off the field), lessons he's learned along the way and how to be a better teammate.

Anthony is a three-time All-Star Major League Baseball player for the Chicago Cubs. Anthony is also cancer survivor who, through this Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation, raises money for cancer research and provides support to children and their families battling the disease. Learn more about Anthony and his foundation at rizzo44.com

]]>In this episode of Positive U Jon Gordon talks with Anthony Rizzo about what drives his success (on and off the field), lessons he's learned along the way and how to be a better teammate.

Anthony is a three-time All-Star Major League Baseball player for the Chicago Cubs. Anthony is also cancer survivor who, through this Anthony Rizzo Family Foundation, raises money for cancer research and provides support to children and their families battling the disease. Learn more about Anthony and his foundation at rizzo44.com

]]>32:24cleanfullJames Clear | The Easiest Way to Create Good Habits and Break Bad OnesSun, 30 Dec 2018 13:28:56 +0000In this episode Jon Gordon interviews James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation and author of "Atomic Habits" which debuted as an instant New York Times bestseller.

James shares practical strategies on how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results.

Focus on ONE change that you can control. One change today leads to another change tomorrow.

ABOUT TRENT:

Trent Shelton is a former NFL wide receiver that is now considered one of the most impactful speakers of this generation. He reaches over 50 million people weekly through his various social media outlets, and also travels the world to speak his message of creating lasting change in your life. Trent and his wife Maria, live in the Fort Worth, Texas with their two children, Tristan and Maya. https://www.trentshelton.com

Focus on ONE change that you can control. One change today leads to another change tomorrow.

ABOUT TRENT:

Trent Shelton is a former NFL wide receiver that is now considered one of the most impactful speakers of this generation. He reaches over 50 million people weekly through his various social media outlets, and also travels the world to speak his message of creating lasting change in your life. Trent and his wife Maria, live in the Fort Worth, Texas with their two children, Tristan and Maya. https://www.trentshelton.com

]]>28:11cleanfullCoach Brendan Suhr | Creating Buy-In and Being the Best Coach in Business, Sports and LifeSun, 16 Dec 2018 13:44:19 +0000In this episode of Positive University, bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with Coach Brendan Suhr, one of the most respected figures in basketball with nearly 30 years as a coach and executive in the NBA and 13 seasons as a coach at the collegiate level.

Jon and Coach Suhr talk about Creating Ultimate Buy-In, Maximizing Talent, Bringing Out the Best in Others (and Yourself), Being the Best Coach in Business, Sports and Life… and much more. This message applies to leadership, team building, coaching, parenting and any area of life where you lead others.

A few takeaways from this interview:

There’s no limit to hard work.

If you want to be a winner, you have to be willing to do the work. You can’t skip steps.

Value the sacrifice. It helps you become and develop into the person you need to be.

Be open and willing to learn.

Never underestimate the power of relationships. Invest in others and have others invest in you.

Your work ethic, enthusiasim and positivity can surpass almost anything.

Be comfortable enough to have greatness around you. Hire the best people possible.

To be a good coach you must learn to connect with people.

Internal leadership is important for an organization to grow. The lost art of holding each other accountable.

To create Buy-In you have to create Believe-In (value others opinions, don’t tell them everything to do, let them contribute).

Take personal responsibility. Don’t try to always blame others. What is your role in it?

Shout praise, whisper criticism.

Don’t just tell people what they should do. Show them how.

When someone makes a mistake, correct the behavior. Don’t berate the person.

Command and Control is the old way. It’s now about Seek to Connect. To develop people, you have to be connected to them.

Your credibility and competency contribute to buy-in. You people have to believe in you to buy-into what you’re saying.

If you’re not learning from those you lead, you’re doing it wrong.

The notoriety of a coach comes from the execution of the players.

It’s never about you. It’s about your team, your employee, your child, or whomever you are responsible to lead.

Coach Brendan Suhr is viewed as one of the most respected figures in basketball with nearly 30 years as a coach and executive in the NBA and 13 seasons as a coach at the collegiate level. He has been a part of some of the most historical basketball teams of all time while winning back-to-back NBA Championships with the Detroit Pistons “Bad Boys”, as well as the 1992 “Dream Team” who won the Gold Medal for the United States at the Barcelona Olympic Games. He developed his “Servant Leadership” mentality while working as an Assistant Coach under Hall of Fame coaches Chuck Daly, Hubie Brown and Lenny Wilkins.

During his coaching career he has coached some of the world’s best players such as Hall of Famers Isiah Thomas, Joe Dumars, Michael Jordan, Dominique Wilkins, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Charles Barkley, David Robinson, Karl Malone, Dennis Rodman and most recently the #1 Selection in the 2016 NBA Draft and 2018 NBA Rookie of the Year, Ben Simmons.

Coach Brendan Suhr has a passion for developing effective leaders. His extensive background in the coaching world spans over 45 years as a coach and consultant who specializes in coaching, leadership, team building and culture. His expertise in the coaching world is accompanied by his ability to teach those in leadership/management positions to coach and develop the people they lead, this includes an extensive background with one of the most challenging parts of our athletic teams and workforce today: Millennials. His often used term “I don’t coach players, I coach people” is a testament to his authenticity and personable approach in teaching and leadership. His unique ability to relate and reach people of different age groups, backgrounds, ethnicities and beliefs truly separate him from the competition.

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There’s no limit to hard work.

If you want to be a winner, you have to be willing to do the work. You can’t skip steps.

Value the sacrifice. It helps you become and develop into the person you need to be.

Be open and willing to learn.

Never underestimate the power of relationships. Invest in others and have others invest in you.

Your work ethic, enthusiasim and positivity can surpass almost anything.

Be comfortable enough to have greatness around you. Hire the best people possible.

To be a good coach you must learn to connect with people.

Internal leadership is important for an organization to grow. The lost art of holding each other accountable.

To create Buy-In you have to create Believe-In (value others opinions, don’t tell them everything to do, let them contribute).

Take personal responsibility. Don’t try to always blame others. What is your role in it?

Shout praise, whisper criticism.

Don’t just tell people what they should do. Show them how.

When someone makes a mistake, correct the behavior. Don’t berate the person.

Command and Control is the old way. It’s now about Seek to Connect. To develop people, you have to be connected to them.

Your credibility and competency contribute to buy-in. You people have to believe in you to buy-into what you’re saying.

If you’re not learning from those you lead, you’re doing it wrong.

The notoriety of a coach comes from the execution of the players.

It’s never about you. It’s about your team, your employee, your child, or whomever you are responsible to lead.

About Brendan Suhr: https://coachbrendansuhr.com/ | http://coachingulive.com Coach Brendan Suhr is viewed as one of the most respected figures in basketball with nearly 30 years as a coach and executive in the NBA and 13 seasons as a coach at the collegiate level. He has been a part of some of the most historical basketball teams of all time while winning back-to-back NBA Championships with the Detroit Pistons “Bad Boys”, as well as the 1992 “Dream Team” who won the Gold Medal for the United States at the Barcelona Olympic Games. He developed his “Servant Leadership” mentality while working as an Assistant Coach under Hall of Fame coaches Chuck Daly, Hubie Brown and Lenny Wilkins. During his coaching career he has coached some of the world’s best players such as Hall of Famers Isiah Thomas, Joe Dumars, Michael Jordan, Dominique Wilkins, Magic Johnson, Larry Bird, Charles Barkley, David Robinson, Karl Malone, Dennis Rodman and most recently the #1 Selection in the 2016 NBA Draft and 2018 NBA Rookie of the Year, Ben Simmons. Coach Brendan Suhr has a passion for developing effective leaders. His extensive background in the coaching world spans over 45 years as a coach and consultant who specializes in coaching, leadership, team building and culture. His expertise in the coaching world is accompanied by his ability to teach those in leadership/management positions to coach and develop the people they lead, this includes an extensive background with one of the most challenging parts of our athletic teams and workforce today: Millennials. His often used term “I don’t coach players, I coach people” is a testament to his authenticity and personable approach in teaching and leadership. His unique ability to relate and reach people of different age groups, backgrounds, ethnicities and beliefs truly separate him from the competition.]]>49:45cleanfullOne Word that Will Change Your Life | With Dan Britton & Jimmy PageSun, 09 Dec 2018 13:33:51 +0000In this episode of the Positive University Podcast, Jon Gordon talks with Dan Britton and Jimmy Page about the power of ONE WORD and how you can use it to better your New year and become the person you are meant to be.

87% of people, in some way create a New Year’s Resolution but 90% fail after the first month.

One Word moves you from a To Do list to a To Be list. It helps you become who you want to be.

If you want a foolproof way to be better, to become the person you are meant to be… this is for you.

The power of One Word is for you, your family, and your team.

One Word’s power is found in its simplicity.

How to find your One Word:

Look in - Unplug from the busyness and distractions. Ask yourself: What do I need? What’s in my way? What’s got to go?

Look up - Looking towards your creator for direction.

Look out - Finding ways to live out your word.

One Word is powerful alone but an even greater power is unleashed when you get a Stretch Team: A handful of people who can HELP YOU live your word. To encourage you, to bless young journey alongside you.

One Word is Great for Teams Too - Individuals select their own word and then come together and select a team word that unites the team.

Remember, when you pick your word… you’ll be put in situations to apply it. Like the old saying goes… "If you pray for patience but you don’t get patience. You get opportunities to be patient."

]]>www.getoneword.com A few highlights:

87% of people, in some way create a New Year’s Resolution but 90% fail after the first month.

One Word moves you from a To Do list to a To Be list. It helps you become who you want to be.

If you want a foolproof way to be better, to become the person you are meant to be… this is for you.

The power of One Word is for you, your family, and your team.

One Word’s power is found in its simplicity.

How to find your One Word:

Look in - Unplug from the busyness and distractions. Ask yourself: What do I need? What’s in my way? What’s got to go?

Look up - Looking towards your creator for direction.

Look out - Finding ways to live out your word.

One Word is powerful alone but an even greater power is unleashed when you get a Stretch Team: A handful of people who can HELP YOU live your word. To encourage you, to bless young journey alongside you.

One Word is Great for Teams Too - Individuals select their own word and then come together and select a team word that unites the team.

Remember, when you pick your word… you’ll be put in situations to apply it. Like the old saying goes… "If you pray for patience but you don’t get patience. You get opportunities to be patient."

]]>40:39cleanfullLou Taylor | The Importance of Vision, Integrity, and Execution in BusinessSun, 02 Dec 2018 15:37:18 +0000Jon Gordon talks with Lou Taylor, CEO of Tri Star Sports & Entertainment Group. She is consecutively listed as one of The Hollywood Reporter’s "Top Business Managers.” Lou and her team serve a large and impressive roster of musicians, athletes and actors including but not limited to Jennifer Lopez, Britney Spears, Jeff Fisher and Cleveland Browns wide receiver Kenny Britt.

Jon and Lou cover a variety of topics including the importance of vision, integrity, truth and execution in business (and in life).

For the last 25 years Lou Taylor has sat at the head of Tri Star Sports and Entertainment Group providing business management services to actors, artist and athletes. In this role, Lou leads two Tri Star offices, one in Los Angeles and one in Nashville. Tri Star provides all aspects of business management services, including accounting, financial statement preparation, royalty audits, participation rights audits, tour accounting, production accounting, estate planning and all required tax filings both national and internationally.

Failure is not permanent. If you are going to make it, you have to embrace that.

I want to uphold the good. I want to be the truth teller, even when it is not easy.

Staying Positive is a choice. You have to decide to do it every day... even when you are tired, even when you don't want to.

Give more than you receive.

You can tell if someone is just doing it for the money or the mission.

ABOUT LOU TAYLOR http://team-tristar.com/ For the last 25 years Lou Taylor has sat at the head of Tri Star Sports and Entertainment Group providing business management services to actors, artist and athletes. In this role, Lou leads two Tri Star offices, one in Los Angeles and one in Nashville. Tri Star provides all aspects of business management services, including accounting, financial statement preparation, royalty audits, participation rights audits, tour accounting, production accounting, estate planning and all required tax filings both national and internationally. Clients of the firm include, but are not limited to, Britney Spears, country duo Florida Georgia Line, Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez, Gwen Stefani, NFL Head Coach Jeff Fisher, Super Model Taylor Hill, Martina McBride, Mary Jane Blige, Reba McEntire, Desmond Child, Hall of Fame Songwriter Bob DiPiero, Quantico lead actress Priyanka Chopra, actor Jack Huston and Game of Thrones producer and writer Bryan Cogman.]]>35:29cleanfullScott Harrison | The Power of Radical GenerositySun, 25 Nov 2018 12:31:33 +0000In this episode Jon Gordon and Scott Harrison talk about Scott’s journey out of the darkness of being a night club promoter with drugs and immorality to finding hope, restoration and healing through serving others and eventually founding charity: water, one of the most impactful charities in the world.

Scott Harrison is the founder and CEO of charity: water, a non-profit that has mobilized over one million donors around the world to fund over 29,000 water projects in 26 countries that will serve more than 8.4 million people. Harrison has been recognized on Fortune's 40 under 40 list, Forbes’ Impact 30 list, and was ranked #10 in Fast Company's 100 Most Creative People in Business. He is currently a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader and lives in New York City with his wife and two children.

Scott just released his first book Thirst: A Story of Redemption, Compassion, and a Mission to Bring Clean Water to the World, which was instantly a New York Times Bestseller. 100% of Scott's net proceeds from Thirst will go to fund charity: water projects around the world! www.thirstbook.com

A few highlights:

What better way to play doctor than to provide clean water for people who don’t have it.

If you really want to make a difference, Create a Culture of Radical Generosity.

Do things the right way even if it’s the hard way.

There is a difference between mission and vision and succeeding in both areas requires different approaches.

42% of American’s don’t trust charities.

100% of every penny raised from people for charity: water goes to help people directly.

]]>In this episode Jon Gordon and Scott Harrison talk about Scott’s journey out of the darkness of being a night club promoter with drugs and immorality to finding hope, restoration and healing through serving others and eventually founding charity: water, one of the most impactful charities in the world.

Scott Harrison is the founder and CEO of charity: water, a non-profit that has mobilized over one million donors around the world to fund over 29,000 water projects in 26 countries that will serve more than 8.4 million people. Harrison has been recognized on Fortune's 40 under 40 list, Forbes’ Impact 30 list, and was ranked #10 in Fast Company's 100 Most Creative People in Business. He is currently a World Economic Forum Young Global Leader and lives in New York City with his wife and two children.

Scott just released his first book Thirst: A Story of Redemption, Compassion, and a Mission to Bring Clean Water to the World, which was instantly a New York Times Bestseller. 100% of Scott's net proceeds from Thirst will go to fund charity: water projects around the world! www.thirstbook.com

A few highlights:

What better way to play doctor than to provide clean water for people who don’t have it.

If you really want to make a difference, Create a Culture of Radical Generosity.

Do things the right way even if it’s the hard way.

There is a difference between mission and vision and succeeding in both areas requires different approaches.

42% of American’s don’t trust charities.

100% of every penny raised from people for charity: water goes to help people directly.

]]>39:22cleanfullMichael Lombardi | Winning Championships and Building TeamsSun, 18 Nov 2018 02:42:10 +0000In this episode of Positive University, Jon Gordon and Michael Lombardi talk about building great teams, creating a culture of success, developing better leaders and an inside look at building dynasties in the NFL.

About Michael Lombardi: Michael was most recently on the coaching staff for Bill Belichick in the New England Patriots' front office, after thirty years working for the San Francisco 49ers, the Oakland Raiders, and the Cleveland Browns (where he was general manager for two years). He writes for The Ringer and his top-ten sports podcast, GM Street, is on the Bill Simmons's podcast network. He is also the author of the new book, "Gridiron Genius: A Master Class in Winning Championships and Building Dynasties in the NFL.” https://amzn.to/2DxlqzM

A few quotables:

The leader sets the culture.

Creating the right culture is important for consistent success.

You can’t outsource the culture. It must be lead by the leader.

Great leaders unify their team. You can’t be a winning team without being unified.

Make sustainable decisions, not just solution based solutions. Think long term, not just short term.

If you want your organization to grow, the leader must lead and coach the other leaders.

Great leaders are always adjusting, always growing, always trying to get better.

Honesty matters. A leader’s integrity enables trust and a good relationship with their team.

It’s about the team. It’s not about you.

Scout your team from the inside out, not just the outside in. Who they are matters.

]]>In this episode of Positive University, Jon Gordon and Michael Lombardi talk about building great teams, creating a culture of success, developing better leaders and an inside look at building dynasties in the NFL.

About Michael Lombardi: Michael was most recently on the coaching staff for Bill Belichick in the New England Patriots' front office, after thirty years working for the San Francisco 49ers, the Oakland Raiders, and the Cleveland Browns (where he was general manager for two years). He writes for The Ringer and his top-ten sports podcast, GM Street, is on the Bill Simmons's podcast network. He is also the author of the new book, "Gridiron Genius: A Master Class in Winning Championships and Building Dynasties in the NFL.” https://amzn.to/2DxlqzM

A few quotables:

The leader sets the culture.

Creating the right culture is important for consistent success.

You can’t outsource the culture. It must be lead by the leader.

Great leaders unify their team. You can’t be a winning team without being unified.

Make sustainable decisions, not just solution based solutions. Think long term, not just short term.

If you want your organization to grow, the leader must lead and coach the other leaders.

Great leaders are always adjusting, always growing, always trying to get better.

Honesty matters. A leader’s integrity enables trust and a good relationship with their team.

It’s about the team. It’s not about you.

Scout your team from the inside out, not just the outside in. Who they are matters.

George, in his 80's at the time of this recording, is a living legend. He is Nike’s former Director of International Basketball and the first African American head basketball coach in the PAC-8 (now PAC-12).

Coach Raveling has held head coaching jobs at Washington State, The University of Iowa, and USC. Following a prolific basketball coaching career, he joined Nike at the request of Phil Knight, where he played an integral role in signing a reluctant Michael Jordan. He’s also been inducted in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as well as the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame.

During this conversation George shares his perspective on winning in sports, business and the game of life... as well as a fascinating story of how he came to possess the original copy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech.

George, in his 80's at the time of this recording, is a living legend. He is Nike’s former Director of International Basketball and the first African American head basketball coach in the PAC-8 (now PAC-12).

Coach Raveling has held head coaching jobs at Washington State, The University of Iowa, and USC. Following a prolific basketball coaching career, he joined Nike at the request of Phil Knight, where he played an integral role in signing a reluctant Michael Jordan. He’s also been inducted in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame as well as the National Collegiate Basketball Hall of Fame.

During this conversation George shares his perspective on winning in sports, business and the game of life... as well as a fascinating story of how he came to possess the original copy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech.

Don't wait until the end result to be happy. There is joy to be found in the process.

When times get tough run together, not apart!

You control your mindset.

Don't walk a million miles with a pebble in your shoe. Stop and recognize it!

Take nothing for granted but always expect the best.

Every challenge also is an opportunity.

Go all in. If you're gonna do something, do it with all your heart.

]]>30:08cleanfullLane Kiffin | Getting Beyond Ego to Make a Greater ImpactSun, 21 Oct 2018 10:57:47 +0000During this episode of Positive University, Jon Gordon talks with Coach Lane Kiffin. Lane shares some of his successes and failures, learned on and off the field, throughout his years as a head NFL and college coach.

About Lane Kiffin:

Lane Kiffin is currently the head football coach at Florida Atlantic University. He has served as head coach for other NFL and college teams throughout his career as well including the Oakland Raiders, USC Trojans, and the University of Tennessee Volunteers.

]]>During this episode of Positive University, Jon Gordon talks with Coach Lane Kiffin. Lane shares some of his successes and failures, learned on and off the field, throughout his years as a head NFL and college coach.

About Lane Kiffin:

Lane Kiffin is currently the head football coach at Florida Atlantic University. He has served as head coach for other NFL and college teams throughout his career as well including the Oakland Raiders, USC Trojans, and the University of Tennessee Volunteers.

]]>34:30cleanfullMatthew Del Negro | Finding Passion in LifeSun, 07 Oct 2018 10:50:20 +0000During this interview Jon and Matthew talk his journey to becoming a successful actor, the importance of your morning routine, overcoming doubt, having resilience to face rejection, finding passion in life and much more.

Matthew Del Negro is an actor, podcaster (10,000 "No"s), dad and husband. He has built an impressive career by playing a wide range of roles in features, television and theater, including juicy turns on ABC's "Scandal", HBO's "The Sopranos", NBC's "The West Wing", Showtime's "The United States of Tara", MTV's popular "Teen Wolf and, now, "Goliath" on Amazon's Prime Video with Billy Bob Thornton.

]]>During this interview Jon and Matthew talk his journey to becoming a successful actor, the importance of your morning routine, overcoming doubt, having resilience to face rejection, finding passion in life and much more.

Matthew Del Negro is an actor, podcaster (10,000 "No"s), dad and husband. He has built an impressive career by playing a wide range of roles in features, television and theater, including juicy turns on ABC's "Scandal", HBO's "The Sopranos", NBC's "The West Wing", Showtime's "The United States of Tara", MTV's popular "Teen Wolf and, now, "Goliath" on Amazon's Prime Video with Billy Bob Thornton.

Focus on what makes you different because that's what makes you great.

People ask me how I've grown my business, the answer is one relationship at a time.

Under promise and over deliver.

Be honest. Tell people the truth, especially when you don't know the answer.

Social networking isn't just about LinkedIn or Facebook... it's about developing real relationships with others.

You must have a picture of where you are going to help keep you stay anchored during tough times.

Your team doesn't have to all think alike but they must have a shared vision and purpose.

Fear is best overcome through action. You usually have to step out before the courage comes.

Speak life. Encourage others every chance you can.

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Kelli Masters is widely recognized as one of the most influential women in sports business. She has represented more professional athletes than any woman in the industry, having served as agent/contract adviser to players in every NFL draft since 2006 as well as numerous players in the MLB draft. In 2010, she made history as the first woman to represent a first round pick in the NFL Draft. As her reputation for outstanding work continues to grow and inspire countless others, she has further expanded the reach of KMM Sports to other athletes and celebrities.

]]>Bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with sports agent Kelli Masters. Kelli shares her journey of going from fear driven to purpose driven (and how you can do the same).

A few quoteables from this interview:

Don’t ever let someone tell you that you are not enough.

Focus on what makes you different because that's what makes you great.

People ask me how I've grown my business, the answer is one relationship at a time.

Under promise and over deliver.

Be honest. Tell people the truth, especially when you don't know the answer.

Social networking isn't just about LinkedIn or Facebook... it's about developing real relationships with others.

You must have a picture of where you are going to help keep you stay anchored during tough times.

Your team doesn't have to all think alike but they must have a shared vision and purpose.

Fear is best overcome through action. You usually have to step out before the courage comes.

Speak life. Encourage others every chance you can.

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Kelli Masters is widely recognized as one of the most influential women in sports business. She has represented more professional athletes than any woman in the industry, having served as agent/contract adviser to players in every NFL draft since 2006 as well as numerous players in the MLB draft. In 2010, she made history as the first woman to represent a first round pick in the NFL Draft. As her reputation for outstanding work continues to grow and inspire countless others, she has further expanded the reach of KMM Sports to other athletes and celebrities.

]]>41:39cleanfullRachel Baribeau | Changing The Narrative Sun, 23 Sep 2018 02:51:24 +0000"I believe you call somebody by who they were created to be and you watch them rise up to it." - Rachel Baribeau

In this episode Rachel talks about changing the narrative in sports and in life. From who we are on and off the field to leaving a legacy and teaching men and women to be Kings and Queens that live up to who they were created to be.

Rachel Baribeau is a graduate of Auburn University. In 2008 she became the first known female Sportscaster ever fully to participate in a professional football training camp. She was the first female host on SiriusXM ESPNU and in 2015 she was honored with a prestigious Heisman vote. Rachel can be heard on the SEC and ACC channels in the SiriusXM family of Networks.

]]>"I believe you call somebody by who they were created to be and you watch them rise up to it." - Rachel Baribeau

In this episode Rachel talks about changing the narrative in sports and in life. From who we are on and off the field to leaving a legacy and teaching men and women to be Kings and Queens that live up to who they were created to be.

Rachel Baribeau is a graduate of Auburn University. In 2008 she became the first known female Sportscaster ever fully to participate in a professional football training camp. She was the first female host on SiriusXM ESPNU and in 2015 she was honored with a prestigious Heisman vote. Rachel can be heard on the SEC and ACC channels in the SiriusXM family of Networks.

From his struggles with ego, competition, drug abuse, depression, prison and losing it all to overcoming adversity and finding peace and happiness in life... Ryan's journey is encouragement to us all. It's a great reminder of success that matters isn't about Money, Power and Prestige but about something more.

Ryan also shares what he's learn about the values of Accountability, Spirituality, and Community that have helped transform his life.

From his struggles with ego, competition, drug abuse, depression, prison and losing it all to overcoming adversity and finding peace and happiness in life... Ryan's journey is encouragement to us all. It's a great reminder of success that matters isn't about Money, Power and Prestige but about something more.

Ryan also shares what he's learn about the values of Accountability, Spirituality, and Community that have helped transform his life.

]]>41:37cleanfullTim Ferriss | Defining Moments, Dealing with Fear, Productivity and MoreWed, 05 Sep 2018 19:51:31 +0000Tim is the renowned author of The 4-Hour Work Week among other books (including his latest Tools of Titans). We spoke about a variety of topics including his defining moment, how he deals with fear, his writing process, his "Life Word," tips and strategies that help him excel and much more. We also talked about his new #1 New York Times bestselling book, Tools of Titans (which is a phenomenal resource that I highly recommend). Many of Tim's answers were not only surprising but filled with nuggets of wisdom that I think you will enjoy, I know I did.- Jon

]]>Tim is the renowned author of The 4-Hour Work Week among other books (including his latest Tools of Titans). We spoke about a variety of topics including his defining moment, how he deals with fear, his writing process, his "Life Word," tips and strategies that help him excel and much more. We also talked about his new #1 New York Times bestselling book, Tools of Titans (which is a phenomenal resource that I highly recommend). Many of Tim's answers were not only surprising but filled with nuggets of wisdom that I think you will enjoy, I know I did.- Jon

Doug is an internationally renowned business leader, New York Times bestselling author, keynote speaker, and social media influencer with over 40 years of leadership experience at world-class global companies. For the past 20 years of his leadership journey, he has honed his leadership craft at the most senior levels – first as President of the Nabisco Foods Company, then as CEO of Campbell Soup Company, and finally as Chairman of Avon Products.

Doug is an internationally renowned business leader, New York Times bestselling author, keynote speaker, and social media influencer with over 40 years of leadership experience at world-class global companies. For the past 20 years of his leadership journey, he has honed his leadership craft at the most senior levels – first as President of the Nabisco Foods Company, then as CEO of Campbell Soup Company, and finally as Chairman of Avon Products.

Darleen Santore is an NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB mental edge, life, leadership coach, therapist, author, and motivational speaker. She shared a lot of great insights that will help you amplify your impact

]]>Listen to the latest Positive University interview with Coach Dar (Darleen Santore).

Darleen Santore is an NBA, NFL, NHL, MLB mental edge, life, leadership coach, therapist, author, and motivational speaker. She shared a lot of great insights that will help you amplify your impact

]]>32:16cleanfullTony Dungy | Tips for Life, Teamwork and SuccessThu, 21 Jun 2018 16:57:35 +0000Tony Dungy is a father of ten, author, retired NFL coach, and National Spokesman for @AllProDad.

In this episode of Positive University, Jon Gordon talks with Tony about life, teamwork and success.

A few quoteables from Tony include:

Life is like a movie. You don't know how it's going to end. What you see right now is just a snapshot.

A moment (good or bad) doesn't have to define you.

A team with a common bond working for a common purpose is hard to beat.

When you're playing for each other vs yourself, you're more likely to win.

Who can we help?

Look at it like you're helping someone vs just being their boss.

Your job as a leader is to help those you lead to get better.

Often you don't know it at the time but the adversity you face now is training you for a better future tomorrow.

Success to me is doing everything you can do with the skills and the gifts God gives you.

]]>Tony Dungy is a father of ten, author, retired NFL coach, and National Spokesman for @AllProDad.

In this episode of Positive University, Jon Gordon talks with Tony about life, teamwork and success.

A few quoteables from Tony include:

Life is like a movie. You don't know how it's going to end. What you see right now is just a snapshot.

A moment (good or bad) doesn't have to define you.

A team with a common bond working for a common purpose is hard to beat.

When you're playing for each other vs yourself, you're more likely to win.

Who can we help? <- A good way to approach life.

Look at it like you're helping someone vs just being their boss.

Your job as a leader is to help those you lead to get better.

Often you don't know it at the time but the adversity you face now is training you for a better future tomorrow.

Success to me is doing everything you can do with the skills and the gifts God gives you.

]]>19:25cleanfullAlan Mulally | Leadership and Working Together PrinciplesFri, 25 May 2018 19:17:15 +0000Bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with former Ford CEO, Alan Mulally about leadership, working together principles and more.

- Having a positive, can-do, find a way attitude is important to success.

- Don't manage in secret. Everyone must be included.

- Positive principles just work.

- We all want to be part of something big. We all want to make a difference.

- The most important thing a leader can do is to hold themselves and their team accountable (both the process and expected behaviors).

- Create a safe, accountable environment so people can share problems and create solutions TOGETHER.

- Your actions must demonstrate your words. Consistency matters.

ABOUT ALAN MULALLY:

Alan Mulally is the Former president and chief executive officer of The Ford Motor Company, Former executive vice president of the Boeing Company, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, and president of Boeing information,Space and Defense Systems. Mulally currently serves on the board of directors of Google, Carbon 3D, and the Mayo Clinic.

ABOUT JON GORDON: Jon Gordon is a speaker and the bestselling author of multiple books including The Energy Bus and The Power of Positive Leadership. http://www.jongordon.com

]]>Bestselling author Jon Gordon talks with former Ford CEO, Alan Mulally about leadership, working together principles and more.

- Having a positive, can-do, find a way attitude is important to success.

- Don't manage in secret. Everyone must be included.

- Positive principles just work.

- We all want to be part of something big. We all want to make a difference.

- The most important thing a leader can do is to hold themselves and their team accountable (both the process and expected behaviors).

- Create a safe, accountable environment so people can share problems and create solutions TOGETHER.

- Your actions must demonstrate your words. Consistency matters.

ABOUT ALAN MULALLY:

Alan Mulally is the Former president and chief executive officer of The Ford Motor Company, Former executive vice president of the Boeing Company, president and CEO of Boeing Commercial Airplanes, and president of Boeing information,Space and Defense Systems. Mulally currently serves on the board of directors of Google, Carbon 3D, and the Mayo Clinic.

ABOUT JON GORDON: Jon Gordon is a speaker and the bestselling author of multiple books including The Energy Bus and The Power of Positive Leadership. http://www.jongordon.com

]]>30:19cleanfullJohn O'Leary | He wasn't expected to live. Now he teaches others how to truly live.Fri, 25 May 2018 19:14:43 +0000In 1987, John O’Leary was a curious nine-year-old boy. Playing with fire and gasoline, John created a massive explosion in his home and was burned on 100% of his body. He was given 1% chance to live.

]]>In 1987, John O’Leary was a curious nine-year-old boy. Playing with fire and gasoline, John created a massive explosion in his home and was burned on 100% of his body. He was given 1% chance to live.

]]>38:36cleanfullUnleashing the Greatness Inside YouThu, 10 May 2018 14:32:11 +0000There is greatness inside of you. You were never meant to be average.

It’s time to overcome the limiting beliefs that are stopping you.

Listen to this encouraging 4 minute bonus clip from Jon Gordon.

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Listen to the full interview via The Ken Coleman Show https://www.kencolemanshow.com/

]]>There is greatness inside of you. You were never meant to be average.

It’s time to overcome the limiting beliefs that are stopping you.

Listen to this encouraging 4 minute bonus clip from Jon Gordon.

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Listen to the full interview via The Ken Coleman Show https://www.kencolemanshow.com/

]]>03:59cleanfullJon Acuff | Positivity, Public Speaking and Achieving Your DreamsWed, 09 May 2018 15:40:37 +0000Jon Gordon talks with bestselling author / speaker Jon Acuff about the power of positivity, public speaking, achieving your dreams and much more. Get ready to take notes, this episode is packed with wisdom!

]]>Jon Gordon talks with bestselling author / speaker Jon Acuff about the power of positivity, public speaking, achieving your dreams and much more. Get ready to take notes, this episode is packed with wisdom!

]]>37:29cleanfullTorrey Smith | Leveraging Your Platform for GoodThu, 03 May 2018 16:27:36 +0000Jon Gordon talks with Torrey Smith, NFL wide receiver for the Carolina Panthers, about the power of teamwork, what it takes to win, how he handles success, leveraging a platform for good and more.

The importance of recognizing limiting beliefs, how we are often blind to them and what we can do to overcome them.

Why we need to embrace the moments of change in our lives, the times when we know enough is enough.

Doing the hard work.

Realizing that mood follows action.

Rich's journey from drugs and alcohol damaging his life to becoming sober at age 31, rebuilding his life and making a decision at almost age 40 to change his life physically (to then compete in his first Ultra Endurance race at age 42). - He's now 51.

The importance of recognizing limiting beliefs, how we are often blind to them and what we can do to overcome them.

Why we need to embrace the moments of change in our lives, the times when we know enough is enough.

Doing the hard work.

Realizing that mood follows action.

Rich's journey from drugs and alcohol damaging his life to becoming sober at age 31, rebuilding his life and making a decision at almost age 40 to change his life physically (to then compete in his first Ultra Endurance race at age 42). - He's now 51.

]]>34:29cleanfullBob Burg | The Five Secrets of Genuine InfluenceWed, 11 Apr 2018 17:30:59 +0000In this episode of Positive U, bestselling author, speaker and consultant Bob Burg talks about influence. He shares The Five Secrets of Genuine Influence as well as how to leverage influence for greater impact and utilize its power to deal with those who disagree.

]]>In this episode of Positive U, bestselling author, speaker and consultant Bob Burg talks about influence. He shares The Five Secrets of Genuine Influence as well as how to leverage influence for greater impact and utilize its power to deal with those who disagree.

]]>44:37cleanfullQuentin Williams InterviewWed, 04 Apr 2018 17:23:13 +0000In this episode we do our best to address the challenging issues our country is facing in a positive and constructive way. Quentin Williams not only is a former FBI agent and Federal Prosecutor but he also works with communities to bring law enforcement and the people they serve together. He shares tips with minorities on how to deal with the police and he helps police to improve their relationships with their community. Jon and Quentin talk about solutions to prevent school shootings and what we can do as a society to address this issue.

]]>In this episode we do our best to address the challenging issues our country is facing in a positive and constructive way. Quentin Williams not only is a former FBI agent and Federal Prosecutor but he also works with communities to bring law enforcement and the people they serve together. He shares tips with minorities on how to deal with the police and he helps police to improve their relationships with their community. Jon and Quentin talk about solutions to prevent school shootings and what we can do as a society to address this issue.

]]>48:32cleanfullMo Isom InterviewThu, 29 Mar 2018 16:27:39 +0000Bestselling author Jon Gordon interviews Mo Isom. Mo is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker and blogger. Not only an accomplished writer, Mo was an was an All-American goalkeeper for the Louisiana State University soccer team, as well as the first female to train with and tryout for an SEC men's football team. She has been featured in Sports Illustrated and appeared on Ellen, ESPN, CBS, The 700 Club, and countless other platforms. Isom speaks nationally and internationally on a variety of faith-based topics, and facilitates a faith-centered blog that has garnered millions of views to date.]]>Bestselling author Jon Gordon interviews Mo Isom. Mo is a New York Times bestselling author, speaker and blogger. Not only an accomplished writer, Mo was an was an All-American goalkeeper for the Louisiana State University soccer team, as well as the first female to train with and tryout for an SEC men's football team. She has been featured in Sports Illustrated and appeared on Ellen, ESPN, CBS, The 700 Club, and countless other platforms. Isom speaks nationally and internationally on a variety of faith-based topics, and facilitates a faith-centered blog that has garnered millions of views to date.]]>41:11cleanfullNick Hays - Former Navy SEALWed, 21 Mar 2018 17:30:16 +0000Bestselling author / speaker Jon Gordon interviews writer / speaker / consultant and former Navy SEAL Nick Hays.

Nick shares insights on overcoming challenges, what bonds a team together, performing under pressure and more.

Watch more Positive University interviews with guests such as Ryan Holiday, Dabo Swinney, Inky Johnson, Brandon Marshall, and more at http://www.PositiveUniversity.com

]]>40:17cleanfullBrandon Marshall of the NY GiantsThu, 08 Mar 2018 20:13:10 +0000With all the recent talk about mental health you'll be encouraged by this interview with Brandon Marshall who was a pioneer in sharing his challenges and bringing the issue to light.

Positive University interview with bestselling author and speaker Jon Gordon and Brandon Marshall of the NY Giants.

]]>31:39cleanfullLA Rams Coach Sean McVay and Jon GordonThu, 01 Mar 2018 17:33:33 +0000Bestselling author and speaker Jon Gordon interviews LA Rams Head Coach Sean McVay for this episode of the Positive University Podcast. Jon and Sean discuss creating a culture of greatness, what drives success at a high level and more.]]>Bestselling author and speaker Jon Gordon interviews LA Rams Head Coach Sean McVay for this episode of the Positive University Podcast. Jon and Sean discuss creating a culture of greatness, what drives success at a high level and more.]]>38:19nofullInky Johnson and Jon Gordon Thu, 22 Feb 2018 18:04:50 +0000Bestselling author / speaker Jon Gordon and Inky Johnson talk about positivity, overcoming adversity, and pursing greatness.

Inquoris "Inky" Johnson is a sought after speaker and former college football player. His football career ended in 2006 at the University of Tennessee with an injury that permanently paralyzed his right arm.

Inquoris "Inky" Johnson is a sought after speaker and former college football player. His football career ended in 2006 at the University of Tennessee with an injury that permanently paralyzed his right arm.

Topic covered: Faith, Life, Leadership, Living life with No Regrets, Living Your Purpose, How Erwin McManus handled being diagnosed with cancer, Erwin's new book THE LAST ARROW http://amzn.to/2igCmPk and more.

Topic covered: Faith, Life, Leadership, Living life with No Regrets, Living Your Purpose, How Erwin McManus handled being diagnosed with cancer, Erwin's new book THE LAST ARROW http://amzn.to/2igCmPk and more.

]]>28:19cleanfullMaurice Jones-Drew and Jon Gordon Talk About Building ChampionsMaurice Jones-Drew and Jon Gordon Talk About Building ChampionsThu, 01 Feb 2018 02:16:55 +0000Bestselling author / speaker Jon Gordon and former NFL running back Maurice Jones-Drew talk about football, positivity, overcoming challenges and being a champion on and off the field.]]>Bestselling author / speaker Jon Gordon and former NFL running back Maurice Jones-Drew talk about football, positivity, overcoming challenges and being a champion on and off the field.]]>26:32cleanBestselling author / speaker Jon Gordon and former NFL running back Maurice Jones-Drew talk about football, positivity, overcoming challenges and being a champion on and off the field.fullThe Power of Positive LeadershipThu, 21 Dec 2017 04:20:54 +0000The research is clear. Being a positive leader is not just a nice way to lead. It's the only way to lead if you want to make a lasting positive impact and create something great.